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Sierra, (No Badge), Sierra Trekker, etc...Suzukisan
- 2 reviews
Drive it like a motorcycle.
Great small 4x4, cheap to run, as reliable as a Suzuki motorcycle. Not a great highway car as it's got a small engine. Needs to driven like a motorcycle, that is revved out through the gears. If it isn't revved enough it won't make enough power. Keep the oil changed. No problems in 70,000 km of used ownership.
Purchased in March 2021 for $13,500.00.
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Ryan WSouth Australia
A Hot Little Car
I'm not entirely sure what people expect when they buy these things. It does exactly what it says on the box; no more, no less. I've chewed through about 75,000 km in mine so far, I have had to do the standard amount of service and repair work for how hard it is being pushed off road. I have removed the back seats and put in a false floor, which gives ample space for two persons worth of gear for a long weekend away. If you can't fit 4 days worth of stuff in the back with the seats out, you should probably think about leaving your entire ki...Read more
tchen at home and roughing it a little. In town it is fine, I changed the suspension recently for something a little softer, but it was tolerable off the factory floor along rubbish Adelaide roads. It offers acceptable fuel economy (approximately 450-500km a tank) and is a breeze to park. The higher driving position adds a little confidence when driving, but if you want to survive getting slammed into after running a stop sign, you might want to look into a 100 series. Service parts and after market improvements are readily available should that tickle your fancy. 215/75/r15s will legally go on the wheels without any clearance issues and that happens to be the cheapest size of BF Goodrich KO2s you can get. Most parts are relatively inexpensive due to the simple nature of the set up. The 95RON requirement is a bit of a pain, but I have run mine on 91 more than once out of necessity to no detriment. At the end of the day, the car has a load of charm, is capable off road (if you actually know how to drive a short wheelbase car off road and don't load it up with 400kg of rubbish), a breeze to drive around town and quite reliable. The trade-offs are that it is noisy as hell on the inside, tolerably uncomfortable at 110km/h (you can always go 90, which is a much nicer cruising speed) and is fairly utilitarian on the inside. If you're looking for a plush highway cruiser or something to cart your 2.5 children and your full glamping kit around in, you're probably not looking in the right place. The old Jimny is honest with itself about what it is and if you are looking at one, you should be honest with yourself about what you need out of a car. If those two things align, you'll end up with something you love and that won't let you down.Purchased in February 2021 for $8,500.00.
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billHunter Region, NSW
- 4 reviews
- 1 like
easy to park, gutless for freeway
Missus bought this car in 2016 second hand with 24000k's on it.
Few weeks later started stalling.
Useless Stealership couldnt find problem after many attempts.
Finally they threw parts at it and fluked a result, the Throttle Position Sensor was faulty.
Apparently has become common problem on later model Suzukis.
After 2 years of this fix and out of warranty it is intermittently doing the stalling again.
Easy to drive around town at low - mid speeds and a breeze to park but ask anything of it on the highway and trucks overtake you up hills. The ...Read more
1.3L engine is too small and gutless. Certainly don't get the stated fuel economy. Had my foot flat to the floor going up a hill in a 110 zone and it was doing 75 by the time we reached the top, not even that big if a hill tbh. No wonder they now come with a 1.5L engine. The ride is so harsh on anything slightly bumpy. Just not a comfortable or enjoyable car to drive.
Purchased in February 2021.
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Drue
- 2 reviews
Awesome 4wd
I use this car to commute to and from work everyday and to go camping in the hard to get to places I love this car and have never had a problem with it
It’s an awesome little 4wd and I couldn’t live without it I absolutely love my little zook
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marius laynesSouth East Queensland, QLD
- 10 reviews
Awesome 4x4
Reliable to a fault. Bit heavy on fuel if you keep the mud Tires on. Nothing fancy about the Jimny, it is a toy, but can be a work horse when you need it to be. it has a surprising amount of leg room, I am 1.89m tall and no worries. The Lo and High range ratio is awesome one button 4x4. smooth as. it takes a bit to get used to but I will try to always have a Suzuki in my drive way.
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BashirGrose Vale NSW
- 3 reviews
Little Rhino 4x4
In my 50 years of bush bashing in Africa and Australia, I have tried most 4x4's on the market. These would include both big trucks and today's wagons and pickup's. Then in year 2000 I changed from Hilux 4wd to Suzuki jimny it had 40000 km on clock and I put another 140000 on it doing some pretty tough tracks. Apart from normal service's such as oil change, shocks, brake pads the only major repair was the heavy duty clutch replacement for towing a camper. Then I decided to upgrade to a bigger 4x4 because of towing a camper. Six month down the tr...Read more
ack I new I had made a blunder. The suzuki used to get through mud on narrow tracks without any hassle where as my heavy 4x4 would drop in ruts or sink in the mud. This year in May I had had enough of big 4x4 I got my self a new Suzuki jimny I have already done a trip to Ayers Rock on the back tracks and could not be more happier with the performance. I am in the process of fully kitting out for off road use.Similar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
Stable
- 19 reviews
- 2 likes
Lives up to Suzuki's reputation 100%. Reliable, capable, affordable small 4x4
Bought a used, nice condition ( I crawled underneath with a torch and checked every inch) low km Sierra Jimny with 50,000km on it. It's auto which was because it was what was available and around town is much more convenient too. We have now owned it for 6 months and put 14000 km on it with no issues at all. I'm pretty anal about mechanical stuff so have changed the oil three times to give it a good flush and coz of the short trip running we do. Running full synthetic oil in it as it's cheap insurance in the long run. Performance is good, only ...Read more
a 1300 (but twin cam) so runs out of puff on long high speed uphills and the plus side is it's pretty good on fuel, getting 400km per tank, which from memory is better than my old 1300 Sierra. This is my third Suzuki 4x4 after a break of 10 years and my first 1000 cc 4 speed, 1980 something one. Handling and ride OK, much better than my old Sierra and you can have a conversation or listen to music so much quieter too. Auto is great for convenience but I think loses out to a manual on dirt roads where I prefer the feel of a manual gearbox. Like another reviewer commented, the window switches are in an annoying place but.......... My wife and myself just did a weeks camping dirt road tour and had a ball. Zero issues, though I would like a spare battery or jumpstarted with an auto transmission as you can't clutch start it. Bought a spare tyre bag for firewood and rubbish, just enough room if you pull out the rear seats and pack conservatively. We saw some great out of the way places. Dams, bush back lots, mountains, fire trails etc etc Recommend highly, but I love Suzuki's, I like reliability and longevity.5 comments
And please, don't buy a small 4x4 when you need a large 4x4 and then complain that it's too small.
Now got 83,000 km on with zero problems. Battery needed replacing, but on a 6 year old vehicle you can't complain. Kids have been driving it too. Suspension rubbers looking a little perished but still... Read more
handling OK, so when I get around to it I will buy a kit. Look pretty easy to change.Similar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
Would buy another
Owned a Jimmy from new. It's now 5 years old and has done 90,000 kms.
I live in the city but occasional have to drive to outback Queensland for work. Have been half way up Cape York and the dry dusty lands of western Queensland. I wanted a four wheel drive just in case and it has been a great car. Just replaced the battery after 5 years (the battery didn't die but was on its way out). Tyres will need replacing soon.
I'm 6 foot tall and it is comfortable for all day driving. I occasionally sleep in the vehicle when out bush, I have a board wi...Read more
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Bookworm22Adelaide
- 2 reviews
Great for weekend adventure, poor otherwise!
I have the facelift wich I have owned now for four years. Mechanical, it has been sound, reliability has been satisfying. This is a small load limited vehicle so it's not for a family or the adventurer who wants to travel great distances.
The good: - it's easy to park in a busy city
- the interior is neat and controls all though at a bare minimum are well placed and functional.
- the 4x4 system is effective and well suited for this size vehicle, it makes tackling the beach or the roughest terrain a relatively simple adventure.
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VirgoBurnie
- 17 reviews
Good Things Come in Small Packages!
I am impressed with my Suzuki Jimny. It was money well spent. Like everything else it has both good and bad points but the good far outweigh the bad. Suzuki Jimny is both stunning to look at and a pleasure to drive. I do not think the looks will ever be outdated. It does lag a bit when climbing hills but that is to be expected due to engine size. The engine is great though. Older and proven technology that outlasts its rivals. This car is great in town, in the bush, in the snow and for moderate distance drives. The blind spots are minimal and d...Read more
ue to its design it is very easy to see all around the vehicle both in the bush or in the town. Parking is a pleasure, due to the large mirrors and visibility all around. Driving in windy condition can be a challenge if driving over 90 kph due to its height and being a small car. But once you get used to it and drive to conditions, it is not an issue anymore. Fuel economy cannot be faulted. I have owned this car for just under 4 years and I am still happy with my Suzuki Jimny as I was on the first day I got it. The perfect little car for a new or seasoned driver who wants a town car, a car to venture into the wilderness and for those trips away. The perfect all purpose vehicle without breaking the bank.Similar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
I am picky but I am reasAU
- 7 reviews
- 9 likes
Little honest car.
This car is honest and easy to work on.
Pros: cheap to run (rego and insurance). It's a proper 4wd with low range. It sits high, so view is really good. It's narrow and short, so it's easy to find parkings in city or pick your best lines when going 4wding. It's simple yet functional. It has front / rear live axels. So far for what it is, I have no complains. Some wishes are listed below.
Cons: 8.5L/100, hmmm, I thought 1.3L can do better. It's not a race car nor I won't use it to tow, but 1.5L would make much better sense. When going uphi...Read more
ll on a high way, I wish I could use a slightly more powerful engine. Even though it's a proper 4wd, ground clearance isn't very good. I'm thinking about changing to a bigger tire to increase ground clearance and give it a 2inch lift. If the fuel tank is a 60L, this would be fantastic. Find a suzuki dealer is rare these days, nor they want to provide good service.Similar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
Amazing
There is no other small 4wd anything like it and don't let the 1.3 litres fool you, it's better everywhere than the big trucks except on the highway. So unless you are a regular interstate traveler it's the best 4wd around. Great on fuel. Fun to drive and goes anywhere
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Cheap and reliable off roder
Good small 4X4, cheap to buy and run, super reliable. Not a great highway car but OK for odd long trips. Narrow track and just adequate power. Good in bush and sand. Fishing or shooting buggy, not drive 50 km per day to work up hills etc. Adequate room for two people and gear, if you're not a kitchen sink type. I'm a motorcycle mechanic who loves Zooks. My uncle has two original Zooks from 1970 something. If you need a status symbol or you're a bit overweight then get something bigger.
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AlecCollombatti
- 3 reviews
- Jimny SN413.II Sierra (2009-2017)
- Verified purchase
Most overrated, petrol guzzling shopping trolley non event.
It's nippy, quick steering in town and good for shopping, that's it. I wanted a change my from Mazda Bravo double cab, something less bulky and easier with fuel. I was told the Jimny will everything the Bravo can, all be it a bit smaller. Ok, it has 4x4, low gearing and low ratio, why, it can't carry anything of weight and it has no room, why? The engine is a gutless 1.3 ltr. I hoped it would do to take me hunting to the edge of the rough stuff, NO. With the back seats out and floored I have to put a rifle in diagonally in the back, so much fo...Read more
r packing camping gear around it. There is no ground clearance, forget the snazzy video, that's guff. The fuel tank is SMALL, the Bravo gave 11kms+ per litre, the Jimny 13kms+ driven cautiously. But, when in any kind of rush that drops to 8kms per litre, that's appalling. On balance I really find nothing to justify it's existence in the real world. March 11th 2018 Update: A Joke Bought new I took out the back seats for space for the bush. I`ve put up with little space, low power, high fuel consumption, jerky ride and poor towing ability. Now I have a new Hilux, more room, towing ability comfort and lower fuel consumption. Yes the Hilux burns less fuel. The Jimny is a town toy, a shopping trolley at best.Similar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
erikadelaide
- 2 reviews
- 9 likes
Fills the niche
It does what it was built to do. For those who want simplicity,reliability and economy for a minimum price and also have the option to drive down any 4x4 track you'll need not look further. I first drove one of these on Fraser Island years ago. It was a hire car and I still remember the instructor teaching the clients how to operate their hire 4X4s in soft sand so as to avoid becoming bogged and burning out the clutch. As me and a mate were the only ones to hire a Jimny he turned to us and said don't worry most of this information won't apply t...Read more
o you. Just drive it and she'll be right. If it gets stuck give it a nudge from the back and it'll keep moving. He was right. We just got in and sailed over everything. Indian head saw full size 4x4's bogged up to their axles and we'd initially wondered why everyone had "parked" along this stretch as the Jimny drove up with impunity. Since then i knew I'd one day own one of these neat little gems and I haven't had any regrets. I will say that anyone on the lookout for a luxurious high tech 4x4 with all the bells and whistles need not apply. This isn't a sophisticated office clerks BMW or a fuel slurping bogan paddock beater. It's old, but not obsolete. Awesome!1 comment
Been over 6 months since I bought my Jimny. It has really grown on me. I've become accustomed to it's nimble handling and the advantages of having such a diminutive offroader. In the waterlogged paddo... Read more
cks where my landcruiser sinks into the mud the jimny's light weight allows it to sit on the grass without breaking through. The visibility on the road is amazing and it's quite zippy around tight traffic. Fuel economy has been around 7-8l per 100km and creeps up to 10l with a lot of offroading and dirt tracks. Can get excellent highway mileage under 7l if cruising at around 100kph. By modern standards it's not great but again it's not a modern car and gains traction in the reliablity department. The only thing I would have liked to see less of is the carpeted interior. Get's dirty easy and is very difficult to clean. I'd have preferred simple all plastic.Similar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
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ChheseSteakJimmysBrisbane
Understand it and love it
What the critics say
It’s slow, noisy, handles poorly and is small. These are all valid observations, if you “don’t get it”. The reason is on the outside it looks like a cute city SUV a twenty something woman might own, under the skin someone has got an original Toyota FJ land cruiser and built a scale model. So full ladder frame chassis, transfer case with real hi/low range and solid axles. Just like a real 4WD this adds weight and upsets handling (compared to a modern car).
What the owners say
Robust, reliable, cheap to maintain, excelle...Read more
2 comments
It’s been nearly three years since I bought the car new, so I thought I’d add an update.
Problems
Nothing has gone wrong requiring a visit to the dealership... Read more
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Suzuki Jimny is an excellent compact and true 4x4, there are some winter climate challenges though
The Suzuki Jimny is an excellent compact and true 4x4 for all the reasons stated by other reviewers (ground clearance, hi-lo gears, a simple robust engine, etc.) As others say, Jimny drive best at not more than 75 or 80 mph on the open roads because of the small normally aspirated engine (1.3L)
One thing the Suzuki Jimny is less good for is the Nordic winter climate, for the following observations:
Damp and condensation are daily challenges (at least in the variant without AC) I suspect because there is very little insulation in the bodywor...Read more
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SlazmoSouth East Queensland, QLD
- 235 reviews
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OK
I'm unsatisfied that due to the bearings and seals prematurely wearing and having 3 years and 13 attempts to 'Try' to fix the front end - its lead me to honestly say that due to this fact that I wouldnt "EVER" buy another - however that now that the car is at the stage that it is as 'fixed as best as they can' and that its drivable and working - that its a little 4WD that's got its own personality and it is individual in the soup bowel mix of traffic - being a larger fella at 6'0" - the car is a little on the smaler side however anyone thinking...Read more
of a smaller 4WD to use for Fishing, camping, or visiting the Islands (Frazer, Morton etc) would ultimatly appreciate this cars abilities - however it shouldnt be pushed like a GQ or a Landy... The car's overall stable without any of the issues and aftermarket parts are not as prolific like more usual 4WD's. In conclusion I wouldnt purchase another Jimny if I had the chance, however I wouldnt turn people off having a go as there isnat 'anything' like this 4WD on the market - if your buying new ensure that the steering is 100% with all Suzuki fixes applied before purchase - if your buying 2nd Hand - make sure that the log book's 100% and that there has been any Suzuki updates applied and that the steering is looked at by RACQ etc with steering wobble & bearing failure kept in mind... Overall design and construction of the unit, better fuel economy (back to standard tyres) - Dont use BF Goodrich AT's they'll destroy fuel econony and your Jimny... Its good on the beach and in the rougher stuff, however fitting bash plates & other protective measures will see you going further & harder. The engine is based on a free revving design which means that its low wear and has a good rev range and usable power - however its not a V8 and wont make more than 90ponies (minature farm ponies or the power of 4 restrained children at your desposal)... The plastics and exterior panels fit well, and have endured the harsh Australian sun for 4 years and thats a good sign for a small car - especially a cheap small car. A good driving position, good view albeit the B-pillar's a bit of a worrying blind spot - otherwise its set out well and long drives are semi bearable. Stability is good as long as you drive within reason and the overall live axle design is proven stable in both the dry and wet. The gearing is 'low' and as most people say keeping to 100km/ph is the most efficient speed - however the shift on the fly 4WD system can be problematic in some cases, but by ensuring good oils are used and servicing intervals are maintained I've had no issues with it ever - and it works flawlessly. Underdeveloped / engineered front steering knuckle bearings & seals - have had a lot of issues due to this and fitting larger tyres. Have had the vehicle for 45000km's & its gone back to the repair shop 13 times since new. Overall nothing else mechanically - use good fuel like Shell or BP (91, 94 Ethonol or 95) as my Jimny doesnt like Caltex and has built up a bad carbon layer in the engine due to poor quality fuel from them. The rear seats also are folded 100% of the time - considdering laying a flat floor & anchor points as carrying 4 people is out of the question! Installing a steering dampener and offset bushings in th front pan hard rods improves steering and makes the car less jittery on poorly surfaced roads. The fuel tank could be a little larger & suzuki could have used the space underneath the car to a better advantage & installed say a 50liter for better range. Braking is ok - front discs are solid unventilated and the rear are leading & traling drum brakes and could have been ventilated both front and disc rear that some owners are modifying for better performance, otherwise changing the OEM pads to say EBC Ultimate Black Stuff show's a greater response in braking. No rust is evident however rustproofing is effective with a CouplerTec installed - I could see that if no rustproofing was done there would be an issue after a few outings on the beach.2 comments
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Pie141AU
- 3 reviews
- 3 likes
A fab little 4x4 with a big heart
This is definitely a car with a personality.
I've only had mine for 2 months and I can already say that it's the best car I've owned. Yes it's got a bumpy ride, yes it's NOT a road rocket, yes it's got a small boot, but by god it's a ton of fun to bash around in.
The Jimny will literally climb/crawl over/slide around/vault any offroad obstacle you point it at! You simply skirt around the ones that are too big (it's very skinny).
On the road it's got decent manners, but as I said before, it doesn't have the softest ride. After about ...Read more
115km/h it does start to get noisy, but beyond 125km/h it screams bloody murder! In saying that, the Jimny will zip around at 100km/h as happy as Larry. Rear passenger room is reasonable for small people and larger ones for a short period of time. But the front is pretty roomy in my opinion. I'm only 5'8', so the seating doesn't fuss me too much.1 comment
I agree, one of the best cars I ever owned also on the fuel consumption i.e. 500km on 38liters. I am 6'1 and fit comfortably into the cabin. Worthwhile extras would be a Thule box on the roof.
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little 4wd that can
I bought my Jimny new 6 months ago. I've done 4000k so far, and a good portion of that in the bush and on rough tracks. The vehicle has performed flawlessly on road and off. Drive responsibly and give it some respect and you won't have a problem with it.
Fair comfort levels, styling and size is great for city driving and bush driving. Good fuel economy and generally good manners on the road.
Steering wheel is a bit uncomfortable, seating 4 adults is a bit of a stretch.
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Suzuki Jimny! Great vehicle got my first one 2 years now, lots of off road run great excitement. Excellent choice for fun.
Thanks heaps for all these comments cos i'm about to get one!!
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Stable
Just drove mine on a very windy day and remembered how much they blow around. Not unsafe, just need to slow down a bit compared with a car. Weighed mine on the weighbridge at work with me in it (95kg)... Read more
it weighed spot on 1200kg. Oh, and after getting a puncture with standard tyres I just fitted some Bridgestone Dueller ATs. I think these have light truck construction and two steel belts. And bought a spare battery and stuck it in a plastic box with jumper leads, just in case.